Weight management at the menopause
Fluctuating hormones can affect your metabolism during the perimenopause and beyond, leading to weight gain and reduced muscle mass. Many women struggle to maintain a healthy weight at this time of life.
In the Autumn 2024 issue of The Menopause Exchange newsletter, Gaynor Bussell (freelance nutritionist and writer) discusses the best ways to keep your weight stable before and during the menopause. She looks at the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, how to measure and monitor your weight, the role of keeping active and the downside of being underweight.
“A lot of women struggle with their weight as they get older, thanks to fluctuating hormones, a drop in muscle mass and less time to exercise regularly,” says Norma Goldman, founder and director of The Menopause Exchange. “We all know that being overweight isn’t healthy. But losing weight isn’t always easy and many women find it hard to keep the weight...